Abstract: An image processing method is disclosed. The method comprises receiving an image of a crop, the image comprising an array of elements which includes depth information. The image is a multiple-channel image comprising at least a colour channel and a depth channel providing per-element depth information. The method comprises providing the image to a trained convolutional neural network to generate a response map comprising an image comprising intensity values having respective peaks corresponding to the stem of a plant in the crop. The method comprises obtaining, from the response map, coordinates corresponding to the respective peaks. The method comprises converting the coordinates in image coordinates into stem locations in real-world dimensions using the provided depth information.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a three-dimensional reflective cat collar whereby the three-dimensional reflective element is such as to promote the reflection of the light while the cat is in a position that is perpendicular to the headlights, such as while the cat is on a street, and also while the cat is in a position that is at an angle to the headlights, such as while the cat is approaching a street. The collar further serves to suppress overly long hair so that the three-dimensional reflective element remains visible. The present invention further relates to a tiered force releasable buckle whereby the tiered force releasable buckle is based upon a tiered weight class system which serves to place the feline into a specific weight class and that the release force of buckle is such as to correspond to the tiered weight class system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a domesticated collarless pet or pets containment system comprised of a series of detection sensors that serve to establish a boundary, a control means which serves to monitor the detection sensors and should a pet or pets advance beyond the established boundary the control means would activate the perceptive sanctioning means, whereby the perceptive sanctioning means may essentially be comprised of water, however the sanctioning means is environmentally friendly and harmless to all life forms. The sanctioning means could further include an audio means whereby the audio means is activated in conjunction with the perceptive sanctioning means. It may, however, be desirable to deactivate the audio sanctioning means during the hours of darkness. However, careful consideration should be given to local noise ordnances.

Abstract: An electrical services pole which is height adjustable for clamping between the floor and the ceiling of a room. The pole comprises an upper tubular core section vertically overlapping a lower tubular core section and forming therewith a vertical conduit for cables. A plurality of socket outlets are provided on the lower core section and removable cladding forming an outer sleeve is provided around at least the lower tubular core section to protect but give access to the socket outlets.